Specialized has launched a new 3rd generation Levo with improved suspension performance, adjustable geometry and a seriously quiet & very smooth motor. After power on, noise is back. Foxs Float X shock isnt as supple and active as the X2 fitted to the S-Works version of this bike. It compromised comfort and increased hand fatigue, too. Alex then moved back to the UK and put his vast knowledge of mountain biking to good use by landing a job working for MBUK magazine as features editor. I like to consider the possibilities the tech might open up. Yes, July 2020. Fitted with the updated Turbo Full Power System 2.2 motor, the Turbo Levo offers 90Nm of peak torque, beating both Bosch and Shimano motors by 5Nm. Thanks to the 36 Rhythm ebike forks lower-volume air spring, I had to run less spring pressure than I was used to. Reducing air pressure and increasing the number of tokens helped improve the forks performance, but compared to the larger air springs found on Foxs EVOL forks, it was still compromised enough to reduce the Turbo Levos overall ride quality. Replaced with less than 400 miles on it. However, the motor does have ANT+ and Bluetooth connectivity, and each of its three modes can be modified in the Mission Control smartphone app. Although that sounds impressive, its axle path is similar to most traditional low-pivot bikes, rather than being innovative. A first look at Crestline's new EEB, the 75 / 50. That said, the LED battery and mode indicators are logical and clear to read. I set the rebound adjuster to fully open. Turned motor off and then back on and kept going. Based on how the E8000 was released I expect released late 2020 for 2021 models or even late 2021. What do you think? You can read more of my experience These motors are made by a German brand called Brose, who specializes in OEM motors for the auto industry and how mid-drive motors for bicycles. Continental has announced it will be ceasing production of its electric bike motors in 2020. So with all the competition improving surely it's time for Specialised/Brose to put them selves back in front. Unfortunately, that means micro-mode adjustments, where assist levels can be adjusted in 10 per cent increments, arent available. Then the speed indicator gets stabilized and keeps on showing the same value even at higher speeds. Specialized states it has a rearward axle path up to 65mm into its travel, moving just under 5.6mm rearwards at its maximum point, then finishing 4mm further forward than full extension once it hits bottom-out. The Comp Alloy is fitted with the largest 700Wh battery, but doesnt have the MasterMind TCU with in-built display. I set the rebound to taste, and the GRIP dampers compression lever was set to fully open. Has a 50-60% increase in capacity so somewhere in the 700Wh range in the same form factor with virtually no weight penalty. this is going off topic a little (brose) .. and we don't like to do that .. Based on how the E8000 was released I expect released late 2020 for 2021 models or even late 2021. I know specialized and my LBS will take care of me should something fail. Riders wont be disappointed with the power of the Turbo Levo and how its delivered. After testing the bike in multiple geometry configurations, I settled on the slackest, lowest and longest settings. Crestline EMTB: Gravity-Oriented Long-Travel Electric Mountain Bike, We rode the new Shimano EP6 and EP8 (801) ebike motors. Specialized hasnt compromised on motor or battery specifications for this Alloy version, so to keep the price down certain parts have been downgraded from the S-Works model. The Turbo Levos seat tube angle positioned my hips over the bottom bracket rather than behind it, improving seated climbing comfort and efficiency compared to a bike that encourages a more stretched position. Motor manufacture date was Feb 2020. The 150mm of rear-wheel travel has been given Specializeds Rx Tune, where the kinematics, leverage curve, damper tunes and spring rates have all been designed to work together to provide the best on-trail feel. Brose produced a special motor just for Specializeds entry level eBikes (Specialized calls it the Turbo 1.2E) It is geared toward efficiency for excellent range, while still providing plenty of torque at low rpms so fully loaded commuters can flatten their hills out, applied with the Brose signature natural feeling smoothness. Personally I am enjoying watching the technology of the ebike unfold. Ride Eco almost exclusively. There was someone in the S class section offering to do it for money who must have had a tool to hack into the Brose motor,only Specialized dealers are supposed to have them. In an ode to a bike testers clich, it had to descend like a downhill bike, pedal and climb like a cross country bike and be as comfortable to ride as an enduro bike. As soon as that was announced my thoughts were that the next motor for any of the Specialized bikes would be what Specialized made. The eBike world seems to be so obsessed with whats better and whats next better make sure Ive got the best bike. After few minutes uphill riding, strange noise comin from motor (ta-ta-ta). The Turbo Levo got a true workout on a wide range of trails. In terms of geometry, the Turbo Levo is still one of the disciplines greats. Despite its weight being one of the lowest of our bikes in this category, it frequently overwhelmed the trail-focused damper. Alex moved to Morzine in the French Alps at 19 to pursue a career as a bike bum and clocked up an enormous amount of riding. Dont miss the opportunity. The brand makes no claims about anti-rise or anti-squat, but according to Linkage Design, at sag in the easiest gear it has 120 per cent anti-squat, which should cause the suspension to resist pedal-induced bob. A first look at Crestline's new EEB, the 75 / 50. The Turbo Levo Comp Alloy is at the more affordable end of the spectrum compared to the SWorks bike, coming in at 6,750, but with the intention of retaining the magic of the carbon-framed version that was such a resounding success. Taking a group abroad? This ebike version has thicker stanchions compared to standard EVOL 36s, and means the air spring has a lower volume. After few minutes uphill riding, strange noise comin from motor (ta-ta-ta). Absolutely love the bike but nothing but problems. Over 500 miles in on my turbo levo comp 2021. Gonna hold off on the software update for that single reason. In the low and slack setting, the wheelbase is 1,268mm, the chainstay 447mm and the bottom bracket sits 342mm above the ground. Let me know what you think in the comments below \u0026 Don't forget to subscribe!! Only issue Ive had was a single error on an almost 5k foot climb over 3.5mi on a hot day. Specializeds newest Turbo Levo received a lot of good press when it was launched, including a near-perfect review of the S-Works version written by me. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Id just limited to Specialized but Im probably most excited about a combined motor/CVT gearbox set up. After starting with 93psi, where there was some harshness, I lowered it to 80psi and installed three volume-reducer spacers. I adjusted the tyre pressures according to trail conditions, but compared to thicker-casing tyres, the thin GRID TRAIL versions meant higher pressures were needed to protect against punctures and provide good carcass stability. I had a replcement in july and the dealer told me it would take a day or two extra because Spesh had just decided to exchange all the motors in stock for new ones from Brose. !Links to my equipment:-----Famous Green Scale: https://amzn.to/2qhO6Fm-----Lav Mic: https://amzn.to/2JofnOU-----Camera: https://amzn.to/2JmewhQ-----Tripod: https://amzn.to/2qfKdk4-----Gimbal (Bikes Shots): https://amzn.to/2Damiva-----Like the part? Hes one of BikeRadars lead testers and knows how to push bikes and products to the limit, searching out the equipment that represents the best value for money. This alloy-framed version of the Turbo Levo has the potential to be as good as the S-Works bike. My 2021 Turbo Levo S-Works is in the shop AGAIN. Head angles can be set anywhere from 65.5 degrees down to 63 degrees, and bottom-bracket heights change by 7mm depending on setting. Consider a teacher-led homestay + excursions when planning future trips. He started racing downhill at the tender age of 11 before going on to compete across Europe. The last time the bicycle world saw something explode like this was the introduction of the mountain bike. He also says assist stops at 34 mph all together Any thoughts? WebNow in its 20th year, Motor & Drive Systems is the sell-out global conference bringing together industry thought leaders focused on the latest technical advancements in motor, The chassis sizing and front-to-rear-centre ratio, plus the hand-to-feet relationship, the bottom-bracket height, and reach and stack figures made me feel like I was riding in the bike, rather than on top of it. Surprised nobody has mentioned the soon to be released Creo which has a Specialized motor. Was able to remedy by "rebooting" bike like a computer by eventually being able to turn it off and restart. Battery wouldn't hold a charge, totally dead next day after finishing ride with 35% charge remaining. The Specialized SL 1.1 motor produces 240 W, providing the least output of the motors we tested. The increased pressures required to maintain carcass stability accentuated the harshness of the fork and under-damped feel of the rear shock. Alex Evans is BikeRadars senior mountain bike technical editor. I'm not worried about it at all. I bought a MY21 Turbo Levo in August 2020. Giving riders the ability to update their motor and Turbo Connect Unit firmware is in response to feedback we have received from regarding the 2020 Turbo Levo, I would advise to avoid it, the 2020 models may have the older motor version that suffered design issues. The Brose/Specialized Drive S Mag/Turbo Full Power System 2.2 Motor boasts 90Nm of torque, beating on paper the other motors on test. 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